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Dr. Cristina Rosell is a Professor and Head of the Department of Food and Human Nutritional Sciences at the Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences, University of Manitoba. Her research focuses on grain-based food innovation, starch properties, and sustainable bakery processes. Education: PhD and BSc in Pharmacy from Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Spain Dr. Rosell specializes in cereal science, enzymatic food modification, and gluten-free product development. Her current projects include optimizing bakery processes with computational tools, tracing rice supply chains via blockchain, and integrating bioactives into gluten-free foods. Her work bridges food chemistry, nutritional science, and industrial bakery technology. Her recent research trends emphasize gluten-free bread using legume and root starches, starch-plant compound interactions , and sustainable food processing via microwave-assisted extraction, high-pressure treatments, and fermentation. Key subfields include dough rheology, polyphenol bioactivity, and techno-functional ingredient development. Dr. Rosell’s teaching includes graduate seminars in food science (HNSC 7130). She supervises graduate students in breadmaking, starch hydrolysis, and functional food design. Her lab explores grain quality, enzymatic treatments, and bakery product optimization through interdisciplinary approaches combining chemistry, nutrition, and process engineering.

• Design and development of innovative grain-based foods
• Quality assessment of cereals and other grains
• Starch physical properties in foods
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Steven Siciliano is a Professor and NSERC/FCL Industrial Research Chair in In Situ Remediation and Risk Assessment at the University of Saskatchewan's College of Agriculture and Bioresources. He leads the CREATE Human and Ecological Risk Assessment Program. His expertise spans soil toxicology, greenhouse gas dynamics in polar ecosystems, and nitrogen cycle interactions in contaminated environments. Education: Ph.D. in Toxicology, University of Saskatchewan B.Sc. in Biochemistry, Concordia University Research Interests: His work focuses on human-soil interaction dynamics, including soil pollution impacts on human health (e.g., PAH toxicity via soil ingestion) and ecosystem resilience (e.g., nitrogen cycle disruptions). He investigates Arctic/Antarctic soil microbiology, greenhouse gas production in polar deserts, and the ecological effects of pollutants like mercury and petroleum hydrocarbons. His lab is divided into toxicology (e.g., metal cardiovascular effects, soil ingestion models) and ecology (e.g., sub-zero water effects on gene expression, Arctic nitrogen cycles). Teaching: Teaches courses on environmental fate analysis, contaminated site management, and advanced risk assessment methodologies at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Courses include EVSC 420, TOX 820, and EVSC 821. Grants & Labs: Directs the CREATE Program and leads projects funded by NSERC and industry partnerships. His lab integrates fieldwork, molecular techniques, and modeling to address environmental remediation challenges. Collaborates on projects like cryoturbation-driven carbon dynamics and microbial community analysis in agricultural systems. Labs/Teams: Active in soil science research teams, including Arctic soil microbiology and bioremediation innovation groups. Engages in interdisciplinary collaborations with environmental engineers and ecologists to advance in situ remediation technologies.

• Soil Toxicology
• Environmental Science
• Polar Ecosystems
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Dr. Belay Ayele is a Professor in the Department of Plant Science at the University of Manitoba's Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences. His research focuses on molecular mechanisms of plant hormones, seed biology, and abiotic stress tolerance in cereal crops. Education: PhD from University of Alberta; Postdoctoral Fellow at RIKEN Plant Science Center (Japan) and Iowa State University (USA) Research interests include: Elucidating hormonal regulation of seed dormancy and germination Molecular basis of preharvest sprouting resistance Genomic approaches to improve cereal stress tolerance Transcriptional regulation of plant growth under environmental challenges His recent work explores hormonal crosstalk in cereal crops (wheat, barley), emphasizing ABA/GA balance, jasmonate signaling, and stress adaptation. Publications span plant molecular biology, genomics, and bioenergy applications.

• Plant Physiology
• Functional Genomics
• Molecular Biology
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Andrew Riseman serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Applied Biology within the Faculty of Land and Food Systems at the University of British Columbia. His academic work bridges sustainable agricultural systems, plant breeding, and educational innovation, with particular emphasis on integrated crop-livestock models and urban farming applications. His educational background includes: PhD from Pennsylvania State University (1997) MSc from Pennsylvania State University (1990) BSc from Pennsylvania State University (1984) Riseman's research program investigates plant genetics for sustainable production systems, focusing on intercrop interactions, nutrient use efficiency, root physiology, and biotic/abiotic stress resistance. He develops germplasm specifically for multi-trophic production environments and urban agriculture contexts. Complementing his biological research, he actively engages in the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning and Community Based Action Research, with interests in critical thinking pedagogy and technology-enhanced educational environments. Analysis of his 2011-2015 publications reveals consistent investigation into intercropping dynamics (wheat-bean, barley-pea), nutrient cycling, and water management across diverse cropping systems. Key contributions include evaluations of organic production methods, root architecture variation, and sustainable rice intensification techniques, demonstrating a systems-oriented approach to agroecological challenges. No scientific awards or honors were documented in the provided source material. As a graduate supervisor, Riseman mentors students in UBC's Integrated Studies in Land and Food Systems and Plant Science programs. His research portfolio includes funded projects on bioactive agricultural formulations, plant genetics in intercropping systems, and nitrogen source evaluations in organic production. Educational grants have supported his development of computer simulations for plant breeding education and scaffolded experiential learning initiatives within Land and Food Systems curriculum. Riseman maintains active affiliation with the Centre for Sustainable Food Systems at UBC Farm and the Diversified Agroecosystem Cluster. He champions the UBC Farm as a vital academic resource for sustainable food system research, teaching, and community outreach, viewing its continued evolution as essential to advancing land and food systems scholarship.

• Sustainable Agriculture
• Plant Breeding
• Agroecology
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Susan Dudley is a Professor in the Department of Biology at McMaster University, where she has established herself as a leading researcher in plant ecology and physiology. Her work spans multiple areas including plant-plant interactions, kin recognition mechanisms in plants, and pollinator ecology, with significant contributions to understanding how plants interact with their environment and with each other. Ph.D. in Ecology and Evolution from University of Chicago (1991) M.Sc. in Biology from McGill University (1984) B.Sc. in Biology from McGill University (1981) Dr. Dudley's research primarily focuses on plant social behavior, particularly kin recognition and cooperation among plants. Her groundbreaking work has demonstrated that plants can recognize their relatives and modify their growth patterns accordingly, challenging traditional views of plant behavior. She also investigates pollinator ecology, with recent research on wild bees including the unusual case of snail shell-nesting bees. Her interdisciplinary approach combines field observations, controlled experiments, and molecular techniques to address fundamental questions in plant ecology. Her publication record shows consistent productivity with a focus on plant social interactions over the past 15 years. The research trends reveal an evolution from basic studies on kin recognition mechanisms to applications in conservation biology and sustainable agriculture. Her recent work connects plant social behavior with broader ecological concerns including invasive species management, pollinator conservation, and forest ecosystem dynamics. As an educator, Dr. Dudley teaches Ecological Statistics (BIOLOGY 707), Applied Statistics for Biology (BIOLOGY 3SA3), Field Methods in Ecology (BIOLOGY 3JJ3), and Plant Biodiversity and Biotechnology (BIOLOGY 2D03). Her teaching spans both undergraduate and graduate levels, emphasizing practical field and statistical skills essential for modern ecological research. Her research has received significant attention in both academic and public spheres, with multiple publications picked up by news outlets, referenced in Wikipedia pages, and shared across social media platforms. The collaborative nature of her work is evident from her co-author network, which includes researchers across various biological disciplines.

• Plant Ecology
• Plant Physiology
• Kin Recognition in Plants
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Dr. Flavia van Cleef is an Assistant Professor at the University of Saskatchewan's College of Agriculture and Bioresources, affiliated with the Plant Sciences and Animal and Poultry Science departments. Her research integrates forage management, ruminant nutrition, and sustainable strategies to optimize livestock production while reducing environmental impacts. Ph.D., University of Florida, Marianna, FL, USA M.Sc., São Paulo State University, Jaboticabal, SP, Brazil B.Sc., São Paulo State University, Jaboticabal, SP, Brazil Her work emphasizes the use of alternative feed resources, pasture-based systems, and mitigation approaches to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from livestock. She focuses on enhancing forage utilization efficiency, soil health, and nutrient cycling in tropical grasslands and silvopastoral systems. Recent publications highlight her contributions to methane emissions reduction through tannin-rich legumes, nitrous oxide dynamics in integrated farming systems, and water footprint optimization in nitrogen-fertilized pastures. Her methodologies include in vitro assays, stable isotope analysis, and field studies on dung beetle ecology. Flavia is currently recruiting motivated MSc students. Contact her at flavia.vancleef@usask.ca for collaboration opportunities in forage quality, soil health, and sustainable livestock systems.

• Sustainable Livestock Production
• Forage Management
• Ruminant Nutrition
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R. Glen Uhrig, PhD, is an Associate Professor of Plant Biology at the University of Alberta within the Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Science. His research focuses on plant functional genomics and proteomics, particularly examining diurnal regulation of cellular processes via quantitative proteomics in Arabidopsis thaliana and agriculturally relevant crops. The Uhrig Lab investigates post-translational modifications (PTMs) such as phosphorylation and acetylation to understand plant adaptation to environmental changes. Educationally, he holds a B.Sc.H. (2005) and M.Sc. (2008) from Queen’s University, followed by a Ph.D. from the University of Calgary (2013). His postdoctoral training at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (2017) furthered his expertise in plant systems biology. R. Glen Uhrig teaches courses including BIOL 343/543 (Macromolecular Characterization Techniques) and BOT 380 (Drug Plants), emphasizing hands-on proteomics and plant biotechnology. His awards include the ASTech Award (2022), NSERC Post-Doctoral Award (2015–2017), and the Marie Curie Plant Fellowship (2013–2015). His work bridges fundamental research with applications in agri-food production and crop resilience. Key research themes include: 1) Diurnal regulation of plant proteomes and PTMs, 2) Molecular mechanisms of plant immunity and stress responses, and 3) Leveraging proteomics to enhance crop productivity. The lab employs cutting-edge tools like quantitative mass spectrometry and multi-omics integration to address these questions.

• Plant Functional Genomics
• Quantitative Proteomics
• Post-Translational Modifications
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Robin Slawson is a Professor and Interim Chair of the Department of Biology at Wilfrid Laurier University's Faculty of Science in Waterloo, Ontario. With expertise in antibiotic resistance , microbial communities , and waterborne pathogens , he leads the Laurier Environmental Microbiology Laboratory, which serves as the Pathogen Resilience Platform for the Southern Ontario Watershed Consortium. Education : PhD in Environmental Microbiology (University of Guelph, 1993), MSc in Biology (University of Waterloo, 1989) His research focuses on microbial water quality , particularly the environmental persistence of antibiotic-resistant pathogens. Key projects include studying biofilm formation in water distribution systems, constructed wetland bioremediation , and plant-microbe interactions in wetland root systems. Prior to Laurier, he worked as a research assistant professor at the University of Waterloo on microbiological aspects of drinking water treatment. Recent publications highlight trends in waterborne pathogen dynamics , antibiotic resistance in wetlands , and biofilter optimization for contaminant removal. His work integrates ecological modeling , microbial community analysis , and water treatment engineering . The lab's initiatives include the Southern Ontario Watershed Consortium's Pathogen Resilience Platform, investigating microbial responses to environmental stressors in drinking water systems and wetlands.

• Environmental Microbiology
• Antibiotic Resistance
• Microbial Communities
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Dr. Anand Krishnan serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Anatomy, Physiology and Pharmacology at the University of Saskatchewan's College of Medicine, where he leads research on nerve-tumor interfaces and neural macrophage biology. His work bridges neuroscience and oncology to identify therapeutic targets for cancer and neurodegenerative disorders. Education: Postdoctoral Fellow, Division of Neurology, University of Alberta, Canada Postdoctoral Fellow, Clinical Neurosciences, University of Calgary, Canada PhD in Biotechnology (Cancer Biology), Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology, India Master of Pharmacy (Pharmacology), Manipal University, India Pharma R&D Experience: Orchid Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals Limited; Alembic Pharmaceuticals Limited Dr. Krishnan's research program investigates two core areas: molecular mapping of tumor-nerve interfaces to uncover novel therapeutic targets, and defining the roles of self-renewing resident macrophages in nervous system homeostasis and disease. His lab employs proteomics, murine models, and in vitro neuronal cultures to explore how tumors and nerves mutually support growth through neural invasion and autonomic signaling. Analysis of his 2020-2024 publications reveals consistent focus on neuro-oncology mechanisms, particularly peripheral nerve regeneration pathways (Myc interactome, growth-primed DRG), tumor-nerve crosstalk (sympathetic signaling in prostate cancer), and neurodegenerative targets (MANF). Key methodologies include comparative proteomics, molecular mapping, and drug repurposing screens. Research Funding: Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC) Cancer Research Society (CRS) CIHR Institute of Cancer Research Breast Cancer Society of Canada (BCSC) Prostate Cancer Fight Foundation (PCFF) & Ride for Dad Saskatchewan Health Research Foundation (SHRF) College of Medicine Research Award (CoMRAD) CoMBRIDGE Fund Start-up Research Fund Based at Saskatoon City Hospital within the Cameco MS Neuroscience Research Centre, the Krishnan Lab trains students supported by NSERC USRA, Dean's project fellowships, OVDR Biomedical research fellowships, and Mitacs awards. The lab's strategic location adjacent to the Meewasin Valley provides collaborative opportunities for translational neuroscience research focused on nerve regeneration and cancer therapeutics.

• Nerve-tumor interface
• Nerve regeneration
• Cancer biology
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Béatrice Gervais-Bergeron is an Associate Professor at the École d'urbanisme et d'architecture de paysage (Faculty of Urban Planning) at Université de Montréal since December 2024. She holds a PhD in Biological Sciences (2024) and a B.Sc. in Environmental Biology (2019) from McGill University. Her research focuses on phytotechnologies, plant ecology in contaminated environments, and functional trait-based solutions for urban resilience. Affiliations: Member of the Institut de recherche en biologie végétale (IRBV) Teaching: APA1130 Ecology and Sustainable Development; APA2130 Plant Ecology Theory and Practice Programs: Architectural, Landscape Architecture, and Sustainable Development programs Her work combines fundamental plant ecology with applied ecological design, particularly in industrial brownfields and ultramafic soils of southern Québec. Current research investigates plant community adaptations in metal-rich soils to improve contaminated site remediation strategies. Key Projects: Phytoremediation techniques for Ministère des Transports soils (2026-2030); Boisé Steinberg urban phytotechnology applications Awards: 2024 Marcelle-Gauvreau Scholarship; 2023 SQP Research Grant Supervision: Currently guiding 4 students across thesis, internships, and directed studies focusing on functional traits, spectral correlations, and urban ecosystem resilience. Labs/Teams: Active member of IRBV, collaborating internationally on hyperaccumulator plant research.

• Phytoremediation
• Contaminated Site Management
• Plant Ecology in Hostile Environments
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Nicholas J. Provart is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Cell & Systems Biology at the University of Toronto. He is a founding member of the Centre for the Analysis of Genome Evolution and Function (CAGEF) and a key contributor to the Bio-Analytic Resource (BAR), which provides essential bioinformatics tools for plant research. His work focuses on integrating genomic and transcriptomic data to uncover mechanisms of plant stress biology, development, and evolution. Provart earned his Ph.D. from Freie Universität Berlin (1996), and his M.Sc. and B.Sc. from the University of Toronto (1993 and 1990, respectively). Research Interests: Provart’s lab employs systems biology approaches to analyze plant responses to abiotic and biotic stresses, particularly using cluster analysis of gene expression data. Key areas include plant stress signaling, seed development, and the functional roles of transcription factors and cytochrome P450s. His team develops tools like the BAR platform to facilitate large-scale data integration and visualization. Recent Grant: $2.5M NSERC grant (2024) to advance plant health visualization tools. Award: Recognized with the Arabidopsis community award (2025) for decades of research and outreach. Provart also serves on the Multinational Arabidopsis Steering Committee and chairs the Bioinformatics and Computational Biology Program. His lab’s work spans diverse plant species, including Arabidopsis, maize, and wheat, with a focus on translational applications of genomic data.

• Bioinformatics / Computational Biology
• Genetics / Genomics
• Molecular Biology
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Manish N. Raizada is a Professor in the Department of Plant Agriculture at the University of Guelph's Ontario Agricultural College, serving as International Relations Officer. His research spans fundamental and applied studies in crop probiotics and sustainable agriculture for small-scale farmers. His research focuses on three core projects: (1) Plant Microbiome Inheritance, where his lab discovered seed-borne microbiomes and pollen microbiome selection; (2) Evolving Bacteria for Farmers, developing nodule-crushing techniques for legume inoculation; and (3) Empowering Small Scale Farmers through Sustainable Agriculture Kits (SAKs) impacting 272,000 people. His work integrates microbial ecology with practical farming solutions, emphasizing indigenous knowledge systems and democratization of agricultural technologies. Raizada's publications reveal strong trends in plant-microbe interactions (particularly maize and legumes), sustainable intensification for smallholders, and microbiome engineering for pathogen resistance. His work spans agricultural science, microbiology, and development studies with emphasis on real-world implementation in Nepal, Haiti, and Africa. He actively mentors graduate students and postdocs, with alumni securing faculty positions globally. His lab has developed practical resources including Farmpedia (an online encyclopedia for small-scale farmers in 108 languages) and SAKBooks (picture-based agricultural lessons). Raizada collaborates extensively with international organizations including UN FAO (where he's delivered keynote addresses), IFA, and CGIAR. His work has been featured in BBC World Service, CBC Radio, and Canadian Geographic, demonstrating significant policy and public impact.

• Plant Microbiome
• Crop Probiotics
• Sustainable Agriculture
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Codruta Ignea is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Bioengineering at McGill University , Montreal, Canada. Her research focuses on synthetic biology and metabolic engineering, specifically reconstructing biosynthetic pathways in microbial chassis for high-value compound production. Areas of Expertise : Synthetic Biology, Metabolic Engineering, Biological Membrane Engineering Contact : codruta.ignea@mcgill.ca , McConnell Engineering Building, 817 Sherbrooke Street West, Montreal, QC H3A 0C3 Her work involves designing synthetic biosystems that bio-mimic producer organism environments to enhance bioprocess performance, discovering novel enzymatic activities, and expanding natural chemical diversity for drug discovery. Key applications include pharmaceutical production and new-to-nature molecules with improved bioactivities. Recent publications highlight her contributions to yeast engineering for terpenoid biosynthesis, pathway optimization, and artificial intelligence integration in synthetic biology. Her team has developed systems for producing anti-cancer, anti-viral, and anti-inflammatory compounds through microbial platform innovation.

• Synthetic Biology
• Metabolic Engineering
• Engineering of Biological Membranes
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Lari Hakkinen is a Professor in the Department of Oral Biological & Medical Sciences at the University of British Columbia's Faculty of Dentistry. She actively supervises graduate students in Cell and Developmental Biology and Craniofacial Science programs through UBC's Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies (G+PS) initiative, focusing on translational dental research with clinical applications in periodontal regeneration and wound management. Her research centers on comparative wound healing mechanisms between oral mucosa and skin, investigating why oral tissues regenerate with minimal scarring. Key interests include fibroblast phenotypic differences, extracellular matrix dynamics, integrin-mediated signaling (particularly αvβ6), and mesenchymal stem cell applications. She pioneers advanced 3D culture systems using macromolecular crowding to model human gingival tissue, revealing critical pathways in connective tissue organization and regeneration. Her work bridges cell biology with clinical dentistry, targeting novel therapies for periodontal disease through peptide-based antimicrobials and controlled drug delivery systems. Analysis of her 2020-2025 publications shows consistent focus on periodontal inflammation mechanisms, biofilm management, and regenerative strategies. Dominant themes include integrin signaling in bone loss, microvesicle-mediated cell communication, and antimicrobial peptide efficacy against oral pathogens. Her recent work on D-enantiomeric peptides and slow-release gefitinib formulations demonstrates translational innovation for localized periodontal treatment, while decellularization methods advance scaffold development for tissue engineering. No scientific awards were documented in the provided materials. Professor Hakkinen mentors graduate students in MSc and PhD programs across Cell and Developmental Biology and Craniofacial Science disciplines. Her supervision emphasizes molecular techniques in wound healing research, with documented collaborations on grant-funded projects investigating integrin functions and biofilm dynamics, though specific grant details weren't provided. She actively recruits students for thesis projects involving 3D cell culture models and animal studies of oral regeneration. Her laboratory employs sophisticated in vitro models including human gingival fibroblast 3D cultures, decellularized extracellular matrices, and microvesicle isolation techniques. Current work focuses on translating peptide-based antimicrobial strategies to clinical dentistry and elucidating the molecular basis of scarless oral healing through comparative studies of epithelial-stromal interactions. The team maintains strong ties with UBC's Centre for High-Throughput Phenogenomics and AMDB Research Excellence Cluster for advanced molecular analyses.

• Wound Healing
• Tissue regeneration
• Oral mucosa and skin
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Mala Fernando is a retired Senior Lecturer in the Department of Biological Sciences at Simon Fraser University (SFU), part of the Faculty of Science. Her research focuses on plant cell biology, particularly ion transport mechanisms and membrane protein dynamics in barley roots. She has contributed to understanding potassium (K+) and nitrate influx regulation, leveraging techniques such as immunofluorescence and isotope labeling. Her publications explore topics like high-affinity K+ transport systems, H+-ATPase localization, and ion homeostasis models in plant cells. These studies highlight her expertise in integrating cellular and molecular approaches to address fundamental questions in plant physiology. No scientific awards or grants are explicitly listed in the provided text. Dr. Fernando’s advising record is not detailed here, but her affiliation with SFU’s Biological Sciences department underscores her role in academic mentorship and curriculum development during her active tenure. Labs or collaborative teams associated with her work are not specified in the text, though her research aligns with broader themes in plant stress biology and nutrient uptake mechanisms.

• Plant Physiology
• Cell Biology
• Plant Nutrition
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